Build Your Inner Strength
This interactive hub translates the principles of stress management and resilience into an explorable experience. Navigate through the sections to understand stress, discover techniques to build resilience, and create a personalized action plan.
1. Understand Stress
Stress is the body's natural reaction to demands or threats. It's not always negative. This section helps you differentiate between types of stress and recognize its common symptoms. Interact with the elements below to learn more.
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress
Good Stress (Eustress)
This type of stress is beneficial. It motivates, focuses energy, is short-term, and feels exciting. It improves performance and helps us meet challenges.
Examples: Excitement before a presentation, the push to meet a deadline, a challenging workout.
The Impact of Stress
Click on a chart segment to see example symptoms.
2. Build Your Resilience
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity. It's a skill that can be developed. This section provides the foundational pillars and practical techniques to strengthen your resilience. Explore the interactive elements to find what works for you.
The Pillars of Resilience
Practical Management Techniques
Filter the techniques below to find strategies that fit your needs.
3. Create Your Plan
Building resilience is an ongoing practice. Use this section to reflect on your personal stressors and commit to trying new techniques. This is a personal exercise to help you get started.
Step 1: Identify Your Stressors
Think about what typically triggers a stress response for you. Write them down for your own reflection.
Step 2: Choose Your Techniques
Select a few strategies you'd like to try from the list below.
Remember: Progress, not perfection, is the goal. Be patient with yourself.